$525,000

501 Howell School Rd Bear, DE 19701

Kirkwood Neighborhood

Estimated payment $3,083/month

Total Views 22,259
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,775 Sq Ft
$189 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • 1 Fireplace
  • No HOA
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • 2 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

Act now for your chance to own a non-development home on a rare 1-acre large corner lot, perfectly located between I-95 and Route 1. This property offers exceptional convenience to Christiana Mall, Christiana Hospital, and major shopping and dining, while also being within walking distance of Lums Pond State Park with its trails, dog park, camping, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, ziplining, and year-round recreation. Inside, the home features an open first-floor layout with a dual-sided fireplace connecting the family room and sunroom. The updated kitchen flows naturally into the living areas, and the expansive first-floor primary bedroom includes a large bathroom with a soaking tub and separate shower. The upper level offers two additional bedrooms and a full bath.
The finished basement adds even more versatility with a movie theater and outside entrance. Outside, enjoy a multi-level deck for entertaining, a large storage shed, and a spacious outbuilding with a loft that can be used for storage, hobbies, equipment, or workspace. A side-entry two-car garage completes the layout.
This property offers the perfect blend of land, location, comfort, and endless possibilities.

Listing Agent

Danielle Benson

(302) 983-0147 daniellebenson@c21gk.com Century 21 Gold Key Realty License #RB-0003261 Listed on: 11/20/2025

Century 21 Gold Key Realty

Co-Listing Agent

Morgan Benson

(302) 584-4859 morganbenson@c21gk.com Century 21 Gold Key Realty License #RS0023044

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,287

Year Built

  • Built in 1999

Lot Details

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100.00 x 436.00
  • Property is zoned NC40

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 6 Driveway Spaces
  • Side Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,775 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Finished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Soaking Tub

Utilities

  • 90% Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 073
  • Assessor Parcel Number 11-043.00-073

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,287

Year Built

Built in 1999

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 11/20/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Year Built: 1999
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Primary Bath(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Sun/Florida Room, Media Room
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished
  • Total Sq Ft: 2775
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2775
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 189.19
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2775
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 8
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 6

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 1.00
  • Lot Dimensions: 100.00 x 436.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 43560.00
  • Zoning: NC40
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 3368.95
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4286.74
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 11-043.00-073
  • Tax Lot: 073
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: COLONIAL

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $3,628 $108,800 $20,000 $88,800
2023 $3,289 $108,800 $20,000 $88,800
2022 $3,449 $108,800 $20,000 $88,800
2021 $2,997 $108,800 $20,000 $88,800
2020 $3,473 $108,800 $20,000 $88,800
2019 $4,109 $108,800 $20,000 $88,800
2018 $3,401 $108,800 $20,000 $88,800
2017 $3,177 $108,800 $20,000 $88,800
2016 $2,839 $108,800 $20,000 $88,800
2015 $2,840 $108,800 $20,000 $88,800
2014 $2,841 $108,800 $20,000 $88,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/09/2026 01/09/26 For Sale $525,000 0.0% $189 / Sq Ft
12/13/2025 12/13/25 Off Market $525,000 -- --
11/20/2025 11/20/25 For Sale $525,000 -- $189 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $390,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $312,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2091594

Bright MLS

APN: 11-043.00-073